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Page 6 Alllk W presents J % uu 8 o 711 Saluda Kimm 1 li iwAmrW I MM ml PJjmi a IJl^j 3^1 I IM n alWHflffiKlEii micEa It you are under Ihe age of 21, it is against the law It'ss We have the lowea Most new CD's: Most used CD's: We have the best pv and the I Reall] C 2014 Gri V?256-00' USCThea gamecock critic ROB LINDSEY w? mi According to the "Translators Note" sh in the program, the Oresteia is the tu only complete trilogy of Greek plays to coi survive the ages. However, Peter Mei- mi neck translates and condenses Agamem- m; non, The Libation Bearers and The Fu- no ries into one play, presented now by through Feb 22 at Drayton Hall by The- A? atre USC. Though the plays are shortened for the modern audience (in their to entirety, a production of the three would de last over six hours), the spectacle and lo, the message remain intact. th For those unfamiliar with tradi- at tional Greek plays, each performer of wears a mask that covers the entire lace, w nen cnaracters speaK to one an- ni other, they address the audience and wl not each other. This, along with the he eerie ambient music of atonal trills and h a I THE WEDDING ? SINGER >G-13, Robby a* (Adam Sandler), a wedding singer, j0A is an '80s-nice guy engaged to be pr married, but he seems far from go- w ing to the altar. Naturally, he does meet a more attractive candidate ex for marriage (Drew Barrymore), w, but she's about to marry a lout. gj of gamecock critics SUSAN MEYERS w, TRENHOLM NINESTEIN dl' G< From now on, every time I go to ^ai a wedding reception, I definitely will aj] be giving the wedding singer a second glance. Besides the fact that aj] my jaw hurt for three days from ja laughing so hard, my eyes were a littie swollen, as well. ne The Wedding Singer was a hilarious comedy that took you on a time warp gC[ back to the 1980s when pony tails on c( the side and nurnle mascara were cool. Love in the '80s is no different from acj the "90s, except the music was better back then. Adam Sandler is very convincing as Robby, an ex-rocker turned jec wedding singer, who after being stood ^ up at his own wedding, begins to for despise the idea of long-term rela- 0^] tionships through comedy and sarcasm the only way Sandler can de- m( liver. The movie, as a whole, is very ^ entertaining and gives its viewers a f0] reassurance that love doesn't bite or bleed. Hopefully, the same will happen to me once I begin my lounge to singing career. Gi gamecock critic ERIN SHAW *** gy W c. I went into The Wedding Singer pr hoping to get some good laughs from the chronically funny Sandler and for ^ a few walks down memory road of the m( "80s. I walked out pleasantly surprised ajj at the surprisingly catching plot and ^ instant "feel good" quality of the film. ^ The movie is made by setting the not- jy so-original romance against an un- e"ni likely background: the wedding halls an life's JDub /enue Five Points |||jk H99 (i to buy alcoholic beverages. All ABC regulations enforced. J \ imple: it prices in Columbia. $7.95 to $11.95 $4.00 to $8.00 ices, the best selection >est service, f, we do. as2 tBassovD SOosjj#? eene Street Five Points 95 www.papajazz.com Sat 10-7 Sun 1-6:30 t - - >? .? The Gami itre gives liling singers, sets a severely somber Dod. Even as Agamemnon (impres/ely played by Mike R. Colter), rerning triumphant from the Greek nquest of Troy, enters the action, the ood, which should turn joyous, reams foreboding. Fulfilling this omiius expectation, he is quickly killed his wife, Clytemnestra, and her lover, sgisthus. Agamemnon's son, Orestes, returns Argos several years after his father's nfU on/i rrAnrlft/i kir o nf A rvrvl am, aiiu, guaucu. uj a ucvi cc ui kills the murderers. The final of the ree plays concerns Orestes' judgment the hands of Athena and the elders Argos. The theme of the play is justice and nges upon the distinction between lich is the graver crime: killing one's isband or one's mother. Instead of the tnds of the gods descending from 1980s Long Island. Adam Sandler funny as usual, but he actually illed off some reasonably good id convincing acting in this tale of /e lost and found. Drew Barrymore ovides the perfect character for the idding singer to fall for. The soundtrack, wardrobe and pressions bring moviegoers all the jy back to the 1980s. The Wedding nger gives audiences just enough big hair, one-hit wonders and acid ished jeans to last a lifetime. Saner's character's backup singer, jorge, a kitschy Culture Club imitor, best represents the cap we must I put on this decade of excess. By e fourth time he sings "Do You Rely Want To Hurt Me?" you'll have ughed enough for the price of ur admission and feel utter happiss that the '80s have passed. imecock critic >NNIE KARICKHOFF 1/2 In 1985,1 was in the fifth grade, dieted to MTV for three solid years, essed like Madonna and thought e members of Menudo were the col:tive epitome of hot male. The Wedig Singer is definitely the movie my generation. Adam Sandler and ler Saturday Night Live veterans it again with this quirky, cute Dvie about a good-hearted, smallwn wedding singer who's looking r a wife and family, and a goodarted, small-town wedding wait3s who turns out to be the answer all his dreams. Though not as funr as Billy Madison and Happy lmnra PnKViv Worf i a a frno ninn 1U1UI Uj A.WJKJKJJ 11U1 t 10 CI bl UV/ 111C/C/ y, and Sandler gives him a goofy irmth not as well developed in his evious movies. Drew Barrymore comes a believable sweet girl lookl for true love. The clothing in this >vie alone makes it a must-see for of us who grew up in the '80's, not mention the fabulous soundtrack id, yes, folks, that is a cameo by BilIdol), but the light, comical plot is ough to carry this movie to the three d a half stars I've given it. 1SS1, Moun Free Delivery Always! If you are under the age of 21, it ii 'ham NOTHING) on my resume!! J Be a part of The Gamecock staff. We are looking for writers and photographers Spruce up your resume and stop by Room 333 of the Russell House today, or tomorrow. Take our word. ecock ?beautifi the heavens to mete out justice to the guilty, Athena gives the citizens of Argos the chance to vote on Orestes' fate. Though the outcome ultimately depends upon Athena's judgment and might be unsavory to certain people, the fact that the citizens are given the right to decide is a tribute to the laws of the Athenian state of ancient Greece. Acts of singular revenge do not go unnoticed. Also, groups of zealots (i.e. the Furies) are not allowed to make sweeping condemnations. These ideas are the roots of modern democracy?empowering the people to decide their own fates, calmly and with reason. as grana as ail 01 tnese ideas seem, they must be taken with a grain of salt, however. The society of ancient Athens was built around elder white males, giving neither women nor slaves the Nonnah': high tasl gamecock critic JENNIFER STANLEY ~ Nonnah's, in the Congaree Vista, is high on taste, high on atmosphere and high on price. Whether you need a break from studying, you want to catch up with a friend, or you want to go somewhere after an evening at the Roger Center?most nights it's open until midnight, Nonnah's is a great pick. Nonnah's class sets the tone for a quiet, late night of coffee and desserts. Diners can sit outside in the summer, provided there is an empty table, or inside amidst the low lighting, mirrored walls and elegant -? atmosphere. Nonnah's forte is desserts. The pastry chefs offer rich, homemade white and dark cake, turtle cheese- ill cake, light cheesecake covered with |? a heavy mixture of carmel, chocolate and nuts, raspberry torte and espresso t Be ready for a delicious sugar overlos group of no more than four. It includes a s with the huge variety Nonnah's has to o For a snack lower on sugar, try the two to snack on but not enough to be i hear, is a mango and onions chopped int snack, is rich in onion taste. The Thai chic for a one-person snack. To compliment the desserts, Nonnal cialties, and liqueurs can be added to e Kaluha or Bailey's Irish Cream adds dessert all by itself. Although the presentation of each j the fancy presentation doesn't stop with t a rock candy stirrer. One the down side, the service takes study break. Also, prepare to lighten yoi more than you would be at the Krispy 1 more, and the coffee specialties cost $4 ti fee and desserts for two. Also, the coffee Although the desserts are tempting ? for the atmosphere. And if your wallet is at the Krispy Kreme. $2 pitchers of Bui EVERY Thu 3pen for lun< 15 minutes o itain Express Acoustic i 2009 Devine 252-Tf > against the law to buy alcoholic beverages Coming i Doug Clark ar KA-SAE "Cant we Comin< * Playstation $1.00 Mystery I If you are under the age of 21. It is against the law to b 2000 B Greene Street 77 Wed i il show ! rights accorded citizens. This inequality brings about the unsavory ending. | As for the performance itself, the chorus is fabulous, writhing and speaking both singularly and in unison. Also, the spectacles of the Furies and of Orestes' detainment (crucifixion?) are quite impressive. The staging is very well done with complex choral movements and innovative representations of death. The set is simple, yet Dowerful (blood flows from the walls. and the land of Argos is symbolized by a circle of sand). The entire production has the feeling of traditional Greek drama. Theatre USC has produced an excellent play. Though one might not leave the performance smiling, the Oresteia definitely gives one ideas to ponder and | beauty to behold. s offers te, price ! orte. id. A sampler plater is a good deal for a , small piece of six different desserts. And ffer, it's hard to decide on just one. parmesan cheese dip. It's enough for i meal. The mango salsa and chips, I o a salsa. The salsa, while enough for a ken, on the other hand, is barely enough l's has capuccino and other coffee spe- , ach. The addition of a liqueur such as ( a uniquely sweet flavor and can be >astry is classy and eye-catching, and he pastries, the coffee drinks come with 1 too long and isn't conducive to a quick j ir pockets because you'll be forking out [reme. The desserts cost around $5 or o $5. Expect to pay $15 or more for cofliqueurs cost about $4. ind tasty, diners should visit Nonnah's 3 empty, get a donut and hot chocolate ] J & Bud light ! irsday ch Mon-Fri r it's FREE! every Monday night St. Five Points )GO (86461 - - V- - | | . All ABC regulations enforced. I PITS in March id the Hotnuts all just get along!" , I Soon: | tournament p ; uy alcoholic beverages. All ABC regulations enforced. 1-2662 behind Salty Nut " > M nesday, February 18, 1998 "Annie," 8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays through Feb. 21, Abbeville Opera House. $13. (864) 459-2157. "The Joy of Going Somewhere Definite," through Feb. 21, ^ Trustus Theatre. Students, $10. 254-9732. "The Star-Spangled Girl," through Feb. 21, Chapin Community Theatre (downtown Chapin). Advance reservations oi?n on uic lcwuuimtiiu^u. uiu uxux. "For God's Eyes: Plates and Vases," through Feb. 22, McKissick Museum. Exhibit of works resulting from the collab- oration of North Carolina ceramic artist Tom Spleth and Israeli painter Moshe Gershuni. 7777251. Riverdance, through Feb. 22, Atlanta Civic Center. (404) 8178700. Freakwater, Sue Garner and P. W. Long, 10 p.m., Feb. 18, Hunter-Gatherer. $6 cover. Third Eye Blind and Smash Mouth, w/ Space Monkeys, 7 p.m., Feb. 18, Characters of Greenville. $20. Unsane, 7 p.m., Feb. 18, Ground Zero (Spartanburg). (864) 948-1661. Edwin McCain w/ Angie Aparo, Feb. 19 Elbow Rnnm Music Hall Etheridge & Kimpland, Feb. 19, Sharky's Monty Craig Trio, Feb. 19, Nonnah's Phyllis Davis, Feb. 19, One Two Three The Pietasters, Waggles, Ensign, 8 p.m., Feb. 19, Library Scott Carpenter and 25 ft. Stanly, Feb. 19, New Brookland Tinbenders, Feb. 19, Characters Todd Cowart, Feb. 19, Beulah's Bar & Grill Anybody's Guess, Feb. 20, Skyline Club Melanie McMillan, Feb. 20, Alley Cafe tznnm-mmm i Jeff Miller was identified incorrectly in an article in the Feb. 6 edition of The Gamecock. Miller should have been identified as the Associate Director of the film Freakshow. 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